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  • [ July 1, 2026 ] Russians are experiencing widespread internet outages, ATM failures, bank shutdowns, higher food prices, and fuel shortages.   Europe
  • [ July 1, 2026 ] Ukraine Unveils ‘Sweetheart’ Drone for Low-Cost Deep Reconnaissance Missions. Europe
  • [ July 1, 2026 ] Sweden and Ukraine signed an agreement covering the Gripen E fighter jet for Ukraine’s Air Force. Air Platform
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India Retires Russian-made MiG-21 ‘The Flying Coffin’ After 400 Crashes And Multiple Defeats In Kashmir Skirmish

July 13, 2024 GDC 0

The MiG-21 is one of the most recognizable fighter jets from the early Cold War era, and despite their age, some are still in service in the Indian Air Force. However, not for much longer. […]

South Asia

Indian Prime Minister Modi under fire for bear-hugging ‘children killer’ Putin during Moscow summit

July 10, 2024 GDC 0

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been criticised for greeting Vladimir Putin with his signature bear hug during their Moscow summit, even as he offered veiled criticism of Russia’s latest missile bombardment of civilians in […]

Land Platform

Pakistan unveiled Haider main battle tank based on Chinese VT4 tank

July 9, 2024 GDC 0

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Land Platform

India’s new Zorawar light tank fitted with aluminium side skirts, vulnerable to FPV drones

July 8, 2024 GDC 0

India has unveiled its new light battle tank, the Zorawar, which was developed in under two years. This new light combat vehicle, designed specifically to counter threats from China in high-altitude areas, is a joint […]

South Asia

Indian-made military hardware falling apart in Bangladesh, Ecuador, Bolivia, Armenia and the Philippines

July 3, 2024 GDC 0

India supplies arms to over 85 countries, including Italy, the Maldives, Russia, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Egypt, Israel, Spain, Chile, and others. India’s defence exports have reached […]

Land Platform

India Finalizing Deal To Purchase American Armored Vehicles And Tanks Ditching Russian Vehicles

July 2, 2024 GDC 0

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South Asia

Six U.S. Congressman Urges President Biden To Ban Bangladesh From UN Peacekeeping Missions As Bangladesh Withdraws Two RAB Officers From UN Peacekeeping Missions For Corruption And Human Rights Violations

June 30, 2024 GDC 0

Two army officers linked to the elite Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) were recently withdrawn from the United Nations peacekeeping mission roster just before deployment. Global Defense Corp confirmed this information with sources from Inter-Services Public […]

South Asia

Bangladesh says Indian-made military hardware lasted three months, Chinese-made K-8W and F-7 aircraft grounded, and Chinese-designed Padma-class OPV inoperable

June 24, 2024 GDC 0

Bangladesh, a major buyer of weapons from China, has accused Chinese companies of supplying faulty parts and technical problems with its imported military hardware. The Bangladesh military has accused Chinese companies of supplying faulty spare […]

South Asia

Myanmar Navy Encircled Bangladesh’s Saint Martin’s Island As Myanmar Plans To Occupy The Bangladeshi Islands

June 21, 2024 GDC 0

As Myanmar’s ongoing conflict turns up on the doorstep of Bangladesh’s St. Martin Island, vested interests are that the island is going to be occupied by Myanmar. Nothing could be further from the truth. The […]

South Asia

Bangladesh Sacked Six High-ranking Air Guard Officers For Misconduct, Corruption And Unsafe Flying Practices

June 14, 2024 GDC 0

Six officers of the Bangladesh Air Guard have been sent to early retirement or sacked following an internal investigation by the Bangladesh Ministry of Defense. On 30 May 2024, the Ministry of Defense issued two […]

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  • Ukraine’s drone swarms in Russian air bases destroyed ten aircraft and damaged eight aircraft, including Su-34, Su-35 and Be-200 amphibious aircraft

    April 13, 2024 0
    Stung by relentless Russian air strikes on its cities and front-line forces and struggling with shortages of missiles for ground-based air defence batteries, on April 5, Ukraine struck back. Swarms of long-range attack drones targeted [...]
  • Philippines Army Unveils ASCOD Command Vehicle With Elbit’s Turret

    November 24, 2024 0
    The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) showcased their new ASCOD Command Vehicle during a military parade. Revealed in images on MaxDefense Philippines’ Facebook account, this vehicle integrates a command and control system from Israeli [...]
  • Will Germany Ever Replace Panavia Tornado?

    January 28, 2022 0
    When in March 2020, Berlin announced plans to acquire 45 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler alongside 90 new Eurofighter Typhoon to replace, among others, the electronic warfare Tornado and those dedicated to NATO nuclear sharing [...]
  • Israeli LORA is the First Western Air-launched Ballistic Missile

    April 13, 2025 0
    Israel Aerospace Industries showcased a new air-launched version of its LORA quasi-ballistic missile, simply named Air LORA, in early June. Israel has developed several air-launched ballistic missiles in recent years as a growing market for [...]
  • Come Back Alive Foundation donates Mk19 grenade launchers to Ukrainian forces

    November 8, 2023 0
    The Come Back Alive charitable foundation has supplied the first batch of 35 specialized sights for U.S.-made Mk19 grenade launchers for the Ukrainian military. Ukrainian Defense Industry CapabilitiesDateAugust 24, 2019Ukraine Used Bayraktar TB2 Drone To [...]
  • Serbia’s MTI tests RLN-IC/170 short-range surface-to-air missile

    May 30, 2020 0
    The Military Technical Institute in Belgrade (Vojnotehnički Institut, VTI), part of the Serbian Ministry of Defence (MoD), on 22 May test-fired the indigenously-developed infrared (IR)-homing RLN-IC/170 short-range surface-to-air missile (SAM). The test-firing, part of a [...]
Europe

Ukraine develops new Zetros-based 155mm howitzer called Marta.

June 22, 2026 0

Germany and Ukraine signed agreements that include €750 million ($870 million) for 200 Bohdana self-propelled artillery systems on Zetros chassis, and those systems now have a confirmed name and barrel specification: defense analyst Jeff, reporting […]

Europe

MBDA unveils deep-strike, air defence, and smart mass-weapons portfolio.

June 21, 2026 0

MBDA will present a broad portfolio of sovereign defence solutions at Eurosatory 2026 as Europe and its allies accelerate rearmament. The company said the portfolio is intended to address armed forces’ needs in an increasingly […]

Americas

Lockheed Martin Unveils HIMARS FLEX with 12 Launch Canisters Capable of Firing Extended Range GMLRS, PrSM, and ATACMS.

June 20, 2026 0

Lockheed Martin announced the HIMARS FLEX on June 16, a modular evolution of the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System that introduces a dual-pod launcher configuration capable of carrying double the munitions of the standard […]

Infantry Weapons

Indian Army selects Meprolight MEPRO X6 as new daytime optic for Negev light machine guns.

June 18, 2026 0

The Indian Army has selected Meprolight’s MEPRO X6 telescopic sight as the dedicated daytime optic for its Negev light machine guns (LMG), concluding a multi‑year evaluation process aimed at boosting long‑range engagement capability across frontline […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Taiwan’s Army Fires HIMARS Rocket Artillery in an Anti-invasion Drills.

June 10, 2026 0

Taiwan’s military on Wednesday fired its new mobile HIMARS rocket system, which is widely used by Ukraine, simulating an attack ​on an invading Chinese force and demonstrating its ability to “shoot-and-scoot” by avoiding ‌counter strikes. […]

East Asia and Pacific Region

Australia fires its first homegrown AS9 Huntsman self-propelled howitzer.

June 8, 2026 0

Australia fired its first domestically built self-propelled howitzers during live-fire training last week, completing the journey from a production line in Geelong to live rounds downrange in a matter of months — a timeline that […]

  • Americas

    President Biden signs bill reviving WWII lend-lease act for Ukraine

  • Air-Launched Weapons

    Diehl Defence IRIS-T Air-to-Air Missile

  • Air Platform

    Airbus A330 MRTT Completes Automated Refuelling Trials

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Taiwan Approves Additional $8 Billion Budget for Weapons Procurement

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    US Navy says Chinese warship fired weapons grade laser at US aircraft

  • Europe

    Denmark Announces $2 Billion Security Plan For Arctic Region

  • Europe

    Despite Economic Downturn, Greece Continues To Modernize Its Military

  • Africa

    Tunisia Bought Armored Vehicles, Ambulances From Turkey

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    China’s fighter jets, tanks, armoured vehicles, missiles, and radars face export challenges following reports of recurring failures by international operators.

  • Europe

    Turkey’s Flagship TCG Anadolu LHD To Be Delivered To Turkish Navy This Year

  • South Asia

    Disgraced Dictator Sheikh Hasina Received $8 Million (BDT 100 Crore) Grease Payment From Simin Rahman.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    The U.S. To Pass New Legislation Allowing Royal Australian Navy’s Sailors To Train On Nuclear Submarine

  • Europe

    Russia’s lost 22 tanks, 33 armored vehicles and 1040 Russian troops in a day

  • Infantry Weapons

    Pakistan Army Deploys Chinese HQ-16A SAM System in Kashmir

  • Europe

    UK to recycle Tornado jets for 3D printed components for Tempest fighters

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Japan launches fourth multi-mission Mogami-class frigate

  • Air Platform

    Saab Awarded Contract to Produce Four Gripen E/F for Royal Thai Air Force.

  • Middle East

    Iran abandons Houthis under relentless US bombardment

  • Europe

    How corruption in the Kremlin helped Ukraine win the war against the Russian Federation

  • Europe

    Ukraine’s HIMARS strike blew up Russia’s major oil depot in Makiivka

  • Air Platform

    Kachin Independence Army Hit Myanmar Army’s Mi-17 Helicopter With FPV Drone

  • Europe

    South Korea offers KSS-III Submarines to Greece.

  • Middle East

    Russia offered S-400 system to Iraq to take advantage of diplomatic row between the US and Iraq

  • Air Platform

    Ukraine Shot Down Russia’s Ka-52 Helicopter In Kherson

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    French To Seek Compensation From Australian For Cancelled Submarine Project

  • Counter-drone System

    Greece purchases counter-drone system from Israel.

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Crucial undersea internet cables connecting India, Hong Kong and Europe cut amid ongoing clashes in Red Sea

  • Air Platform

    Eight Russian Fighter Jets Crashed Since September Due To Technical Malfunctions And Poor Pilot Training

  • Americas

    US DoD ask congress to authorize construction of two new Columbia-class ballistic missile submarines

  • Defense Industry

    South Korea awards $355 million contract for F-100 engines

  • Americas

    U.S. Senate may restrict F-35 sales to the United Arab Emirates

  • Naval Platforms

    Turkey Launched First MILGEM Corvette For Pakistan Navy

  • C4iSR

    Israeli IAI Unveiled Light New STAR-X 3D Radar For OPV

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Corruption In The Defense Sectors Of Southeast Asia

  • C4iSR

    Turkish Aselsan Bagged $2 Billion Orders From Turkish Aerospace Industries

  • Middle East

    U.S.-Iran Talks Collapse as the U.S. Navy Clears Strait of Hormuz Mines.

  • Europe

    Poland’s bid to participate in NATO nuclear sharing agreement

  • Cyber

    Ukraine hacked the Kremlin’s secret files of all correspondences, a massive blow to Putin

  • Europe

    RAF and USMC F-35 joins HMS Queen Elizabeth for major exercises

  • Middle East

    Israeli Commando Unit Maglan Used Iron Sting Mortar Bomb For The First Time Against Hamas

  • Americas

    General Atomics Gambit 6 introduces air-to-ground combat capabilities.

  • Europe

    Belarusian President Lukashenko urges Belarusians to prepare for war with Ukraine and Poland

  • East Asia and Pacific Region

    Luerssen Australia Launches Second Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Boat For RAN

  • Europe

    Taiwan’s $1.5 Billion Indigenous Submarine Prototype Set for Final Tests

  • Americas

    Raytheon and Rheinmetall jointly offered Lynx IFV for US Army’s OMFV competition

  • No Picture
    Europe

    Here’s why so many Russian generals and commanders are dead in Ukraine?

  • Americas

    Saab Wants Shot at U.S. Air Force’s AWACS Replacement Competition

  • Europe

    Nordic Air Defence to trial Kreuger interceptor drone in Ukraine.

  • Americas

    Thank You: June 12 Is Officially Women’s Veterans Day

  • Europe

    Ukraine killed Russian commander Artur Bogachenko who executed Ukrainian PoW

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